Grassington Congregational Church

Our church is a place for you to find rest, renewed hope, courage and inspiration ...

Grounded in the past, focussed on the future

"We limit not the truth of God to our poor reach of mind, by notions of our day and sect, crude, partial, and confined. John Robinson 1620."

See the recent article about us in "The Congregationalist" here!

Times of Services

10.30am    Sunday morning family service
                  (with Holy Communion on 1st
                Sunday in month)

Pilots (for young people)

Fridays:
4.45-6.00pm    School Year Groups 1-3
6.00-7.30pm    School Year Groups 4-6
7.30-9.00pm    School Year Groups 7+
Sundays:
7.30-9.00pm    School Year Groups 11-13

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Leprosy Mission
here!

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Care for the Family here!

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Philosophical Foundations

Bible We are a church of Jesus Christ discerning God's message for today through detailed study of the Bible in its historical context and through prayer, debate and contemplation. Our moral outlook is based on careful interpretation of Biblical principles applied with sensitivity and compassion. Crucially, we believe that all people are created equal before God and that through prayer and contemplation each and every individual has direct, unconditional and ready access to him.

We believe in the Church Universal and accept as fellow communicants the members of all churches afffiliated to Churches Together in Britain and Ireland.

Midweek Activities for Adults

Depending on the time of year there are Bible studies, social events and visits to other churches and venues. There is an established, well attended women's group (known as the WAGs: Women About Grassington!) and a men's breakfast fellowship has recently been formed.

Charity Fund Raising

Currently the Church supports three key charities:

The Leprosy Mission
Care for the Family
SIM (Serving in Mission) International UK - especially its work in Nigeria.

Form of Worship

Our worship is based on praise, song, prayer and the Bible. Generally it is led by our minister. Services last for about an hour and are followed by coffee and chat. Once a month we celebrate holy communion in which all those who love the Lord, irrespective of denominational affiliation, are invited to partake.

We keenly support the ecumenical services that are held in the village on key dates throughout the Christian year.

Children's Activities & Events

child Work with children is a cornerstone of the church's activity and we have an active Pilots group (non-uniformed Christian youth organisation). Once a month we have an evening service specifically aimed at meeting the spiritual needs of children and young people.

Our minister works half time for the Northern Inter-Schools Christian Union (NISCU) which seeks to help schools provide good quality, relevant Christian education through assemblies, clubs and lessons.

The protection of children in our care against exclusion, bullying and abuse is a priority. In this regard the Church has a comprehensive "Safe from Harm" policy.

Grassington Congregational Church aims to be an inclusive fellowship, welcoming people of differing backgrounds and lifestyles. Through our worship and through the use of our premises we aim to be a focal point for our local community. We aim to provide a safe and caring environment for children and young people where they can be equipped to lead responsible and fulfilled lives. We aim to be a church which contains people who have a variety of interpretations of the Christian faith and heritage. Through our links with other churches and faith groups we aim to share and proclaim our common understanding that there is a spiritual dimension to life. Click here for further information on the Congregational movement.